Ultrasound Technologist 3 (H)

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of OBGYN is seeking a full-time Ultrasound Technologist 3 to perform diagnostic sonographic examinations and coordinate tests in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires operating advanced 2-D/3-D and Doppler ultrasound equipment, ensuring diagnosis quality, and assisting physicians in invasive procedures. Strong attention to detail, discretion, and teamwork are essential to patient care and department operations.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail in completing assignments accurately.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and patient data.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Capacity to work independently or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures with varying levels of difficulty.
• Operates complex ultrasound equipment including 2-D, 3-D, color, and Doppler modalities.
• Ensures quality of scans by applying ultrasound techniques and recognizing potential pathology.
• Communicates preliminary findings to physicians when appropriate.
• Gathers clinical information from charts and EMR to guide procedures.
• Assists physicians in invasive and special procedures as required.
• Explains procedures to patients and prepares them for exams.
• Maintains equipment cleanliness and performs basic QA checks.
• Trains students, residents, and staff in ultrasound protocols.
• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Discretion

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of OBGYN has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Ultrasound Technologist 3.

Core Job Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist 3 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Moreover, the incumbent schedules and coordinates tests, records test results and prepares and maintains operational logs. The Ultrasound Technologist 3 calibrates and maintains equipment and orders supplies and manages the operations of Ultrasound Services in the absence of the Ultrasound Chief Technologist.

Core Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty.
• Operates complex and highly technical equipment including 2-D, 3-D, color, power and spectral doppler modalities for various types of ultrasound examinations.
• Oversees the diagnostic quality of all scans through extensive knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls.
• Evaluates preliminary interpretations of the ultrasound examination to bring areas of suspected pathology to the attention of attending physician or fellow.
• Checks patient’s chart to confirm ordered procedures, and acquires pertinent clinical information from the patient, hospital chart, electronic medical record system or other available sources.
• Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures.
• Greets patients appropriately, escorts patients to exam room, reassures patients, explains procedures prior to starting them, and answers questions.
• Adjusts explanations, communication style, and procedures according to the patients’ needs.
• Explains to patients and nurses correct preparations for procedures to be performed.
• Ensures cleanliness and maintenance of ultrasound equipment, assures proper operation of instruments, reports equipment malfunction to appropriate staff, and performs quality assurance tests.
• Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
• Leads and participates in quality improvement activities to ensure continuous improvement of services provided.
• Ensures safety and infection control standards are followed.
• Completes all required paperwork, and performs computer functions, such as entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Core Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalen
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends, as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

• medical
• dental
• tuition remission
• and more

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.